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| 2012 Jodama Schedule ~~~ We would like to take this time to personally thank each and every one of you for your continued encouragement and support as we once again do our best to bring you the absolute best in African drum and dance for 2012. ~~~ February 26, 2012 Sam Pannell/Meadowview Community Center Reflections From The Past Black History Celebration Sacramento, California 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. ~~~ |
| CONGRATULATIONS February 22, 2011 Jodama is honored and recognized for their exemplary talent, integrity and ability by the Honorable Darrell Steinberg President Pro Tempore of the California State and the Honorable Curren Price, Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus. ~~~ October 2010 Certificate of Recognition and Appreciation for commitment and excellence in multi-cultural entertainment ~~~ May 23, 2010 Jack and Jill Organization ~~~ Certificate of Appreciation and Recognition for outstanding contribution to the events and programming at the California State Fair from 2006 -2010 ~~~ August 2009 For being selected to represent African Culture through drum and dance at the 2008 Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival to be held on September 20 -21, 2008 ~~~ On January 23, 2007 Jodama was selected by the Sacramento Bee to receive a grant for the Community Arts Program. ~~~ Jodama for being recognized for your extraordinary ability, creativity and talent. ~~~ Certificate of Appreciation and Recognition for outstanding contribution to the events and programming at the 2005 California State Fair. October 14, 2005 Norbert J. Bartosik CEO, General Manager ~~~ That the group Jodama be commenced on the celebration of its tenth anniversary, recognized for its exemplary talent and ability, and extended best wishes for continued success in the future. Member Resolution 1025 as awarded by Honorable Deborah Ortiz 6th Senatorial District * Honorable Don Perata President Pro Tempore of the California State Senate 9th Senatorial District July 15, 2005 ~~~ In appreciation for your commitment towards the youth in the city of Sacramento. We do hereby honor you. July 30, 2005 Mayor Heather Fargo Councilmembers: Bonnie Pannell Lauren Hammond Sandy Sheedy Ray Tretheway Steve Cohn Robert King Fong Kevin McCarty Robbie Waters |
The group Jodama which stands for “ordinary people that value and celebrate their diverse culture, history and traditions by way of drum and dance” is a group of multi-talented individuals that consider themselves true performers that have the sole purpose of education and entertainment at heart. Jodama consists of an extensive group of drummers and dancers that range in age from 2 and up. Those that have witnessed this group will agree that their performance speaks with an electrifying delivery of incredible energy, and that their stage presence is just as enhanced by their exquisite costuming. They have been hailed by many as Sacramento’s best kept little secret and have been recognized for their exceptional talent, humility, creativity and originality by Mayors Kevin Johnson, Heather Fargo, Senator Deborah Ortiz, Senator Don Perata, The Crocker Art Museum, Department of Education, Senator Darrell Steinberg, the Sacramento Bee, the Sacramento City Council, the California State Fair, The Ronald McDonald House, Good day Sacramento, UC Davis, AALYP, CA Language Teachers Association, and several other local leaders, businesses and organizations. ~~~ Performances ~~~ 2004 The Black Family Reunion Celebration - July 18 2004. 2005 The UC Davis Black Family Week Celebration - May 21, 2005 “Mix it up” Cultural Celebration - May 28, 2005. River City Run Earth Day Celebration - June 5, 2005. Juneteenth Celebration - June 18, 2005. The California State Fair - August 12 & 23, 2005 The Sacramento Zoo - August 13, 2005. The SOJO Cultural Arts Festival - October 1, 2005, Evening of Unity Fundraiser for hurricane Katrina victims - October 8, 2005 2006 Pony Express Elementary School - February 10, 2006. Reflections From the Past, February 1995 - February 2006 UC Davis 92nd Annual Picnic Day - April 22, 2006 Alliance Business Mixer and Expo - May 3, 2006 2006 Whole Earth Festival - May 13, 2006 Celebration of Excellence and Achievement Awards - May 18, 2006 UC Davis Black Family Week Celebration - May 20, 2006 Sacramento County Fair - May 28, 2006 California Celebration Day - June 3, 2006 River City Run Earth Day Celebration - June 4, 2006 Cache Creek Hotel & Resort - June 15, 2006 Juneteenth Celebration - June 17, 2006 Sheraton Grand Hotel - June 20, 2006 AAU West Coast Junior Olympics - July 1, 2006 California State Fair August 13, 2006 & August 30, 2006 Ronald McDonald Charity House Fundraiser Dec. 2, 2006 HOPHRC Children's Day Celebration, Dec. 24, 2006 2007 Good Day Sacramento Cultural Performance - February 23, 2007 Raymond Case Elementary School Culture Day - February 23, 2007 Reflections From the Past Black History Celebration - February 25, 2007 Sacramento County Cultural Day Celebration - February 27, 2007 Nor-Cal District Musical - March 3, 2007 UC Davis Annual Picnic Day - March 14, 2007 Ronald McDonald House Employee Appreciation Dinner - April 12, 2007 Suisun City Child Abuse Prevention Annual Festival - April 21, 2007 River City Run Earth Day Celebration - June 3, 2007 2007 California State Fair & Exposition - August 29, 2007 2007 California State Fair & Exposition - September 1, 2007 KVIE Cultural Performance, November 21, 2007 2008 Kids Day at The State Capitol, April 4, 2008 Senator Steinberg Passport to Summer Youth Event, April 27, 2008 UC Davis Annual Black Family Week, May 17, 2008 River City Run - Old Sacramento, June 1, 2008 Adidas Golden West Track & Field Invitational, June 2008 Fairytale Town International Festival, July 13 & 27, 2008 AALYP Conference CSUS, July 27, 2008 California State Fair & Exposition, August 18 & 26, 2008 Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival, September 21, 2008 Stockton Community Festival, September 6, 2008 Caribbean Night at The Natomas Community Clubhouse, September 20, 2008 2009 Sacramento County Black Infant Health Program, February 14, 2009 Reflections From The Past Black History Celebration, February 22, 2009 California Language Teachers Association, March 1, 2009 UC Davis Annual Picnic Day, April 18, 2009 Senator Steinberg Passport to Summer Youth Fair, May 17, 2009 Sacramento County Fair, May 2009 Mary'sville Juneteenth Celebration, June 13, 2009 AALYP Conference CSUS, July 26, 2009 2009 California State Fair, August 27 & 29, 2009 Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival, September 27, 2009 2010 Good Day Sacramento Cultural Performance - February 27, 2010 Reflections From The Past Black History Celebration, February 28, 2010 Farm Bureau Dinner - Safari Celebration, March 5, 2010 Boys and Girls Club Francisco Garcia Fundraiser, April 24, 2010 Pony Express Elementary School, May 21, 2020 Jack and Jill Baccalaureate Ceremony, May 23, 2010 Edna Batey Elementary School, June 4, 2010 Natomas Park Club Juneteenth Celebration, June 18, 2010 Senator Steinberg Passport to Summer Youth Fair, May 10, 2010 Sacramento County Fair, May 2010 California State Fair, July 17 & 18, 2010 Sacramento Banana Festival, August 15, 2010 Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival, October 3, 2010 Crocker Art Museum Grand Opening, October 10, 2010 Stonelake Elementary School, November 5, 2010 2011 Anna Kirchgater Elementary School, January 11, 2011 Davis International House, Showcase Dinner, January 27, 2011 JFK High School, Black History Event February 18, 2011 Barnes & Noble Bookstore at the Arden Fair Mall, February 21, 2011 California State Senate, Black History Month Ceremony, February 22, 2011 Reflections From The Past Black History Celebration, February 27, 2011 World Friendship Day, March 6, 2011 Senator Steinberg Passport to Summer Youth Fair, May 14, 2011 Immigrant Day at the State Capitol, May 24, 2011 Karzon-Strothers Family Foundation, June 4, 2011 California State Fair, July 16 & 17, 2011 Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival, October 2, 2011 Stonelake Elementary School, Culture Day Celebration, October 28, 2011 California International Marathon, December 4, 2011 Crocker Art Museum Kwanzaa Celebration, December 26, 2011 2012 Reflections From The Past Black History Celebration, February 26, 2012 and much much more to come... |
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